Spring Has Sprung—And So Has the Market in Truckee & Tahoe

As the snow melts and the days get longer, buyers are getting serious—and sellers are getting ready

Afternoon Guys,

As the snow melts and the days get longer, buyers are getting serious—and sellers are getting ready. With inventory ticking up and lifestyle-driven purchases heating up early, both Truckee and Tahoe are seeing fresh activity across key segments.

Let’s dive into what’s happening this week:

🏡 Truckee: Turnkey Homes Lead the Pack

Tahoe Donner
🔹 Updated 3-bed homes under $1.2M on Northwoods and Wolfgang are attracting early offers.
🔹 Homes with natural light and modern finishes are moving in the $1.3M–$1.5M range.
🔹 Older homes above $1.4M need strategic pricing to compete.
💡 Seller Tip: Showcase any recent upgrades—kitchens, bathrooms, and decks make a difference.

Glenshire & Ponderosa
🔹 Well-kept homes under $1M near Biltmore and Palisades are in demand.
🔹 Buyers value yard space, easy I-80 access, and ADU potential.
💡 Buyer Tip: Homes here don’t last long—get prepped to move quickly.

Donner Lake
🔹 Lake-view homes along Richards and South Shore are listed between $1.7M–$2.3M and seeing strong interest.
🔹 Updated cabins under $1.4M are especially attractive as summer nears.
💡 Seller Tip: List now to catch early summer buyers planning their lakeside escapes.

🌊 Tahoe: Luxury Listings, Lifestyle Living

Incline Village
🔹 Larger homes like those near Lynda Ct are priced around $2.3M and drawing Bay Area interest.
🔹 Lakeshore Blvd condos (3-bed/4-bath units) listed around $1.75M offer strong value with resort-style amenities.
🔹 Estates over $5M, like those on Dale Dr, are seeing activity from relocation and investment buyers.
💡 Seller Tip: Now’s the time to market your lake access or high-end finishes—this is when serious summer buyers shop.

Tahoe Vista & Kings Beach
🔹 Updated 3-beds around Jester Ct (~$1.4M) are getting scooped up fast.
🔹 Properties under $1.5M with walkability and rental appeal are hot.
💡 Buyer Tip: These homes move quickly—especially if they’re turnkey.

Tahoe City
🔹 Estates like the 7-bed on North Lake Blvd ($3.6M+) are grabbing attention with their lake frontage.
🔹 Vacant lots near Spruce Ave under $200K are tempting buyers dreaming of custom homes.
💡 Seller Tip: For premium listings, presentation is everything—think drone footage and staging.

📊 Market Snapshot – April 4, 2025

Market Segment

Median Price

Trend

Truckee Detached Homes

$1.18M

↓ 0.9%

Tahoe Lakeview Homes

$2.2M

↑ 1.3%

Truckee Cabins

$1.29M

↓ 1.1%

Tahoe Condos

$850K

↑ 0.9%

Inventory

Up 21.4%

Month-over-month

Median Days on Market

28 (avg)

Holding steady

List-to-Sale Ratio

96.5%

Competitive

🔮 What’s Next?

✅ Thinking of selling?
Ricki is setting aside time today to complete 3 free home valuation reports.
👉 Reply “SELL” to claim one of the three spots.

✅ Looking to buy this spring?
New listings are hitting the market daily—and the best ones go fast.
👉 Reply “BUY” and get a custom list of the top homes in your price range before the weekend rush.

Looking forward to helping you navigate the Truckee/Tahoe market,

Ricki Manahan
📞 (530) 681-8592
📧 [email protected]
🏡 Allison James Estates & Homes

1100 Melody Lane, Ste 1045
Roseville, CA 95678

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